GLOBIG GLOBAL GROWTH NEWSLETTER
The ways to grow locally and globally are constantly changing, with new opportunities and challenges every day. Stay in the know – we’re here to help. Enjoy Globig’s bi-weekly curation of news and insights on how to build velocity and grow your business, locally and globally. Let us know if you have any feedback for us at editor@globig.co.
GLOBAL GROWTH
A Cloud Of Gloom Has Descended On The Global Economy. Where To Find Hope
Via Barrons: Recent global meetings in Washington were full of dismal messages about growth. It’s time to shake off the gloom. Read More
Think AI Poses A Threat To Business Growth? Think Again
Via Forbes: It is crucial that all stakeholders distinguish what AI actually refers to rather than using it as a catch-all term encompassing a host of fears and projected anxieties surrounding the future and business disruption. Read More
TRIVIA QUESTION
You probably have a couple pairs of Latvia’s most famous clothing contribution in your dresser. What are they?
The answer is featured at the end of the newsletter!
PERSONAL GROWTH
Why Your Life Needs Novelty, No Matter Your Age [Video]
Via TED: To truly savor life, pursue “powerful first experiences,” says storyteller and nonprofit founder Kenneth Chabert. Learn more about how to create these meaningful moments, where mundane routine is broken by novel experiences in small but significant ways — no matter how old you are. View More
Strategy
Managing Emerging Technologies And Their Impact On Business Strategy
Via TechRadar: Businesses today have a myriad of different technologies at their disposal, from cloud computing to machine learning and artificial intelligence. Read More
Email Marketing Strategy: Cultivating Prospects With Content
Via Social Media Examiner: Email marketing gets a bad rap these days. Some people dismiss every marketing email they get as spam. Let’s be truthful, now. A lot of the emails we get are spam. But there are useful, entertaining, and valuable ones in the mix, too. Read More
BUSINESS DIVERSITY
How Natural Black Hair At Work Became A Civil Rights Issue
Via JSTOR Daily: On the 55th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act, US courts are still divided about African Americans’ right to wear their natural hair in the workplace. Read More
How Cognitive Diversity In AI Can Help Close The Disability Inclusion Gap
Via World Economic Forum: Cognitive diversity is often marked by social exclusion and AI-based assistive technologies can address such challenges, but must be developed inclusively. Read More
A BIT OF CULTURE:
Latvia
Latvian Work Culture
Via Bradford Jacobs: Latvian work culture demands major adjustments for most incoming foreign companies. Read this to be successful. Read More
The 26 Best Art Museums In Riga
Via Wanderlog: Here are the best 26 museums to see in Riga. Read Here
[Video] Song Of The Week: Ansamblis Manta: Mazie Un Lepnie
Via YouTube: Known as a representative of the Latvian Alternative scene, Ansamblis Manta focuses on synth sounds and nostalgia. Watch Here
You Can Also Check Out Previously Featured Artists In Our Playlists on Spotify and YouTube!
AROUND THE GLOBE
Asia, EU & The UK, North America
UK Inflation Will Fall Rapidly, Says Ex-Bank Of England Economist
Via The Guardian: The former chief economist of the Bank of England has predicted that inflation will fall rapidly in the coming months, and advised interest rate setters to consider pausing further increases in borrowing costs. Read More
A Third Of Federal Workers Are On Strike In Canada
Via CNN: Nearly a third of Canada’s federal workers walked off the job Wednesday morning in one of the largest strikes in the country’s history. Read More
Japan Eyes Shift To ‘Quality’ Experiences As Inbound Tourism Recovers
Via The Japan Times: Inbound tourism has already become an integral part of Japan’s economy prior to the imposition of COVID-19 restrictions and its revival will likely be a welcome boost. Read More
ANSWER TO TRIVIA QUESTION
Blue jeans! In 1870, Latvian-born Jacob Davis was asked to make some sturdy pants for a woodcutter. He invented denim as a strong material that could stand up to the job. In 1872, Levi Strauss backed him financially and the rest is history.
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